July weather forecast
Lead, SD

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Weather in July

The heart of summer beats vivaciously in Lead, South Dakota during July. While June sets the stage for summer's commencement, August continues the sunny narrative initiated in July. The month records the highest average temperature from 81.9°F (27.7°C) making it the hottest period of the year. Enjoy the sunny ambiance at its most intense and the longest daylight hours. July offers a vibrant social calendar - an ideal time for a blend of cultural and outdoor pursuits.

Temperature

Lead's warmest temperatures are experienced in July, with average high temperatures of 81.9°F (27.7°C) and lows of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Heat index

July's heat index is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C). Enduring exposure and ongoing activity could cause a sense of fatigue and subsequent heat cramps.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.

Humidity

In Lead, the average relative humidity in July is 53%.

Rainfall

In Lead, during July, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 96.1 rainfall days, and 14.02" (356mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Lead, South Dakota, snow does not fall in July and August.

Daylight

The average length of the day in July in Lead is 15h and 8min.
On the first day of July in Lead, South Dakota, sunrise is at 5:15 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:20 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in July is 11.6h.

UV index

July is the month with the highest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during July morphs into the following directions:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest in Lead?

Lead's July weather reaches an average high of 81.9°F (27.7°C) and an average low of 60.4°F (15.8°C), making it the warmest month.

What are the temperatures in Lead in July?

During July, Lead experiences an average high-temperature of 81.9°F (27.7°C) and a low-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in July in Lead?

In July, the average relative humidity in Lead is 53%.

How many days does it rain in July in Lead?

In Lead, South Dakota, in July, during 11 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Lead?

In Lead, South Dakota, snow does not fall in July and August.

Does it snow in Lead in July?

In July, in Lead, it doesn't snow. June is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in July in Lead?

The average day length in July in Lead, South Dakota, is 15h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in July in Lead?

In July, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:15 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lead, South Dakota, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:20 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lead have in July?

The average sunshine duration in July is 11.6h.

When is the highest UV index in Lead?

The month with the highest UV index in Lead, South Dakota, is July, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in July in Lead?

In July, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in July
Lead, SD

Average temperature in July - Lead, SD
  • Average high temperature in July: 81.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in July: 60.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (15.4°F).

Average pressure in July
Lead, SD

Average pressure in July - Lead, SD
  • Average pressure in July: 29.89"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in July
Lead, SD

Average wind speed in July - Lead, SD
  • Average wind speed in July: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.6mph).

Average humidity in July
Lead, SD

Average humidity in July - Lead, SD
  • Average humidity in July: 53%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).

Average rainfall in July
Lead, SD

Average rainfall in July - Lead, SD
  • Average rainfall in July: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in July
Lead, SD

Average rainfall days in July - Lead, SD
  • Average rainfall days in July: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in July
Lead, SD

Average snowfall in July - Lead, SD
  • Average snowfall in July: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (6.54").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in July
Lead, SD

Average snowfall days in July - Lead, SD
  • Average snowfall days in July: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Lead, SD

Average daylight in July / Average sunshine in July - Lead, SD
  • Average daylight in July: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 11h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in July
Lead, SD

Average sunshine days in July - Lead, SD
  • Average sunshine days in July: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in July
Lead, SD

Average UV index in July - Lead, SD
  • Average UV index in July: 6

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in July
Lead, SD

Average cloud cover in July - Lead, SD
  • Average cloud cover in July: 18

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in July
Lead, SD

Average visibility in July - Lead, SD
  • Average visibility in July: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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